plate no. 9411

Mikulski I Znowu Mgly

oilSurrealismsymbolic paintingskymoonfiguresnailsgrasseye

some experience helpful

This painting offers practice in blending subtle color gradients in the sky and creating a focal point through contrasting values. Students will also learn to create a sense of depth using atmospheric perspective.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, including the horizon line, the path, the figure, and the moon's position.
step 02
Block in the sky with a light blue base, gradually adding darker blues and grays for the clouds.
step 03
Paint the path with a light gray, adding subtle shadows to create depth.
step 04
Create the figure's hair using dark blue, layering different shades to create volume and texture.
step 05
Add the snails and the bird, paying attention to their relative sizes and positions.
step 06
Paint the grass and the eye in the foreground, using darker greens and blues.
step 07
Add highlights to the moon and other areas to create a sense of light and shadow.
step 08
Refine details and adjust colors as needed to achieve the desired effect.

color palette

primary · sky blue · dark blue · gray

secondary · white · black · green

Mix different shades of blue by adding white or black to the base color. Use a touch of yellow to create a warmer, more atmospheric sky. Mix greens using blue and yellow.

techniques